Description
Get ready to indulge in the irresistible combination of flavors with these Pizza Burgers. This creative recipe melds the best aspects of a classic burger and a beloved pizza into one mouthwatering dish. Juicy beef patties are seasoned to perfection and topped with gooey mozzarella, zesty pepperoni, and savory pizza sauce—all nestled between perfectly toasted buns. Ideal for game nights, family dinners, or any occasion that calls for comfort food, these Pizza Burgers are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings, this dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience worth savoring.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 hamburger buns, split and toasted
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 16–24 slices pepperoni
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Form into four equal patties.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan. Toast the cut sides of the buns on a baking sheet under the broiler until golden brown.
- Grill the burger patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Warm pizza sauce in a small saucepan and spread half over the toasted bun bottoms. Top with half of the mozzarella and pepperoni; broil until melted.
- Assemble burgers by placing each patty on the sauced bun, adding remaining toppings before broiling again until everything is gooey.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 940mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg